A lot of people are calling the ability to learn on your own a PLN or personal learning network. It can’t be doubted that we can’t learn all the things we need to know in this constantly changing world by having employer directed courses and seminars. That’s one component but it won’t protect you or prepare you for your next position. This post offers good advice:

“Personal learning networks have always existed, but modern technology has put a new spin on how and where we connect with others. These days, personal learning networks, or PLNs, extend far beyond friends, family, coworkers, college classmates, and teachers, and can encompass experts and learners from around the world in just about any given
field.

The Basics

These basics will help you get started with creating and building your PLN.

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Stephen Abram is a librarian and principal with Lighthouse Consulting Inc., and executive director of the Federation of Ontario Public Libraries. He blogs on library strategies for direction, marketing, technology and user alignment.